HackTheTownHall 2014

Building apps to cope with flood emergencies

26/27 April 2014

HackTheTownHall 2014

SATURDAY 26 APRIL 09.00 – SUNDAY 27 APRIL 17:30

In response to the recent flood disasters, this year’s HackTheTownHall will focus on creating apps and tools to help disaster emergency preparedness, response and recovery by residents, local agencies and governments.

What it’s all about

To make use of public (and some private) datasets –tidal and river level data, flood maps, groundwater and flood risk data etc. from the Environment Agency, Ordnance Survey, the Met Office and other agencies, to build useful tools for citizens and governments to better cope with flood emergencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is it going to cost me to particpate?Zip. Zero. Zilch. Nada. Nothing. Nowt. It’s free.

How can you do all of this without charging a fee?Courtesy of our generous sponsors and Central Working for providing the space

Can I spend the entire night at the venue or will I have to burn the midnight oil elsewhere?The venue will be open for the entire duration of the hackathon. You are welcome to come and go as you please. If you intend to stay overnight, you may wish to bring a sleeping bag.

Can I start before the hackathon?You can prepare wireframes, outlines, or notes but you cannot start any of your design or development until 10.00hrs on the Saturday of the hackathon.

What resources am I allowed to bring/use during the hackathon?Anything you need to complete your prototype.

What if I don’t finish the project in the allotted time period?You will be judged based on the completed features. It will be up to the judges’ discretion to determine how your project ranks against other teams’ projects.

Do I need to bring my own computer?Yes. We encourage devs to bring their own devices. It is expected that you will demo your project directly on your computer.

I have a suggestion to make the next hackathon better, or a complaint – where do I report this?All feedback welcomed. Please email all suggestions, comments, criticisms etc. to hackathoncentral@gmail.com.